Modern Slavery Statement — Hedge Trimming Pimlico

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the commitment of Hedge Trimming Pimlico to prevent forced labour, slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chain. We are a Pimlico hedge trimming specialist and our statement applies across all services, including hedge-cutting, pruning and maintenance. We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of modern slavery. This means any credible allegation will trigger immediate action, including suspension of relationships and a full investigation.

Our zero tolerance approach is embedded in company culture and procurement practices. All employees and contractors receive information during induction and periodic training on recognising signs of exploitation. As a local hedge trimming business in Pimlico and beyond, we require adherence to labour standards by every subcontractor used to deliver hedge trimming services in Pimlico and neighbouring areas. Managers are trained to spot recruitment irregularities, debt bondage indicators and passport retention issues.

We maintain clear reporting channels and encourage confidential reporting of concerns. A formal whistleblowing route is available internally and through designated managers, and we facilitate third-party reporting where appropriate. Reports are investigated promptly and proportionately with protections for whistleblowers and victims. We ensure that investigations involve independent third parties where conflicts of interest might exist and that outcomes lead to tangible safeguards for affected workers.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We perform due diligence on suppliers and carry out regular supplier audits focussed on employment practices, right-to-work checks and health and safety. Our supplier audits for Pimlico hedge trimming partners include documentation review, interviews and site visits. Supplier audits are designed to identify risks and remediate non-compliance in a clear timeframe. Audit frequency is determined by risk level, contract value and the geographic origin of labour used by suppliers.

• Document verification and payroll inspection
• On-site worker interviews and accommodation checks
• Corrective action planning and monitoring

Where risks are identified, we require corrective action plans and follow up with targeted audits. Persistent failure to meet our standards results in contract termination. Hedge trimming Pimlico contractors must agree to our terms which include anti-slavery clauses and audit consent as conditions of engagement. When suppliers remedy issues they must demonstrate sustained improvement through follow-up evidence and worker interviews before contracts are reinstated.

We maintain records of supplier assessments and corrective measures, and we use risk-based criteria to prioritise audit activity. Our procurement team updates supplier risk profiles annually and references these in procurement decisions for hedge maintenance contracts in the Pimlico area. Our recordkeeping supports transparency, enables trend analysis and helps us refine prevention strategies across the Pimlico hedge maintenance sector.

Reporting, Governance and Annual Review

Reporting channels are communicated to staff, contractors and suppliers and we ensure that information is accessible and understandable. In addition to internal reporting, we coordinate with law enforcement and regulatory authorities when necessary, and we support victims by offering appropriate assistance and referrals. We promote a culture where concerns are taken seriously and where remediation prioritises victim safety, financial restitution and long-term employment stability where appropriate.

We commit to an annual review of this statement and publish updates describing steps taken, outcomes of supplier audits and metrics on training and incident handling. The annual review process includes board-level oversight, engagement with operational teams and consultation with external advisors when required. Performance indicators are published internally and used to guide resource allocation for training and enforcement.

Our governance structure assigns responsibility for modern slavery compliance to senior management and embeds accountability across business functions. For Hedge-trimming Pimlico operations this means procurement, HR and operations managers report on progress and implement continuous improvement measures.